1958 Trabant P 50 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 50 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Trabant P 50 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Trabant | Saab |
Model | P 50 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3370 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |